Bontebok National Park is a place of simplistic beauty and peaceful charm. The majestic Langeberg Mountains provide a picturesque backdrop for this Park of colorful riches.
A part of the Cape Floral Kingdom, now heralded as a world heritage site, Bontebok National Park always offers something in bloom.
The Park promotes biodiversity conservation - from the endangered fynbos veld type to the bontebok. Once these colorful antelope numbered a mere 17, and through effective management the present world population amounts to around 3000.
The Park offers much for nature lovers, from a diversity of indigenous animal life to over 200 remarkable bird species.
The Breede River provides an idyllic western border to the park and offers guests scenery, bird watching, fishing, and a refreshing swimming spot.
Visitors can also get a profound familiarity of the Parks endless sights and sounds while on one of the various hiking trails or on a winding bike trip.
The region has a temperate climate with an average rainfall of about 500mm per annum, occurring mainly during early summer and winter.
AccommodationA new rest camp called Lang Elsies Kraal named after a Khoe-Khoe Chieftain who lived there with her clan in the 18th century, has been established during 2007.
All 10 chalets sleep up to 2 adults and 2 children (or 3 adults) and they enjoy majestic views of the Breede River valley and the Langeberg mountain range, which can be appreciated from the private sun-decks to the south and west sides of the units.
The new buildings have ramps throughout and are totally accessible to wheelchairs. Two of the 10 units are special-needs adapted with bathrooms and living spaces which meet current best practice for use by people with special needs.
Chalet (CH2/4):
- Ceiling Fan
- Kitchenette
- Open plan, 2 single beds and double sleeper couch
- Sleeper couch suitable for 1 adult or 2 children
- Under roof braai facility
- Viewing Deck
- Wc and shower
All accommodation is served daily and provided with bedding, towels and soap.
Remember to bring along a flashlight, grill, firewood, angling equipment, bathing suite, walking shoes, binoculars and wildlife reference books.
Facilities include* Picnic and braai/barbecue sites with ablution facilities are available for day and overnight visitors.
* A shop at the park entrance supplies basic commodities; meat, beer, wine and curios can be purchased. Fresh produce and other groceries are available in Swellendam.
* Please be informed that the fuel station in the park has closed down. The nearest fuel supply is in the town of Swellendam.
Important Notice 1. Accommodation rates do not include
Conservation Fees which are payable at the entrance gates.
2. Please ensure that you are familiar with the
Rules & Regulations of National Parks before making a booking.
Activities:
* Birding
* Game viewing from own vehicle.
* Three nature-hiking trails, starting and ending in the rest camp area for overnighters and old pump house for day visitors.
* Bathing in the Breede River in the Rest Camp Area and at Die Stroom.
* Angling in the Breede River - anglers must be in possession of a valid angling permit, available for purchase at Park Reception.
* Canoeing/Kayaking in the Breede River, with own equipment.
* Biking opportunities available, regular and mountain biking, to increase with Parks project.
How to get there:
Bontebok National Park is situated some 6km from the picturesque and historic town of Swellendam, 240km from Cape Town and 540km from Port Elizabeth.
It is an ideal stopover on the way to the famous Garden Route. The last 5km of the access route from the N2 highway is gravel, as are all the tourist routes within the park.
Swellengrebel Airport is close to the park, and suitable for light aircraft only.
Gate opening and closing times:
1 October to 30 April: 07:00 - 19:00
1 May to 30 September: 07:00 - 18:00
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